The Ultimate Cincinnati Breweries Guide

We all know Cincinnati was raised on beer. We set out to prove it…. with a goal of visiting every Cincinnati brewery in 2019.

Check out the new series – 52 Breweries. We will visit one of Cincinnati breweries each week in 2019. We’ll take notes, try new beers, snap some pics. And then we’ll write it all up to share with you.

In preparation for the series, we hunted down all the Cincinnati breweries and have listed them below. Be sure to look for our “write-up” on the breweries we’ve visited in 2019 (look under each brewery – where it says “Our Review”) and let us know what you think too!

Are we missing your favorite? Know of a Cincinnati brewery that’s coming on the scene? Let us know here.

Find the must-visit breweries with taprooms in Cincinnati

From hoppy to sour and everything in between, these 50+ spots are all brewing in the Cincinnati area. Some are north of Cincinnati proper and some are south. Be sure to take a look at the locations on our map below.

13 Below Brewery

Location: 7391 Forbes Road, Sayler Park, OH 45233

13 below brewery has lots of tables and ample seating. Located on west side of town, it has that neighborhood feel. Beer menu is broad and will appeal to most everyone’s taste.

Alexandria Brewing Company

Location: 7926 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY 41001

Alexandria Brewing Company is a successful Kickstarter campaign. Andy, the head brewer, grew his first hops on their farm in Alexandria. Large tap selection with something for everyone including ABC’s own non-alcoholic ginger beer.

Braxton Brewing Co.

Location: 27 W 7th St, Covington, KY 41011

Braxton Brewing is a local favorite and is on the list of popular breweries to visit in Cincinnati. The beer selections are flavorful and there are plenty of them. Taproom is large spacious and casual. No food, so it is dog friendly.

Brink Brewing Co.

Location: 5905 Hamilton Av, College Hill, OH 45224

At Brink Brewing it is more than just beer, it is about community. Their website boasts, “Good beer is about the people, the stories and the experience”. But when it comes down to crafting beer…Brink Brewing has won medals at the Great American Brewery Festival.

Christian Moerlein Brewing Co.

Location: 1621 Moore St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Christian Moerlein has been synonymous with Cincinnati since 1853. They offer many of the traditional Cincinnati beers along with contemporary craft beers. The Christian Moerlein brewery is home to Bockfest an annual festival in March celbrating Bock beer.

Darkness Brewing

Location: 224 Fairfield Ave, Bellevue, KY 41073

Darkness Brewing, as the name implies, focuses on darker and unusual styles of craft beer. They do have light and seasonal beers, also. A successful crowdfunding campaign allowed these home brewers to open a brewery and taproom to hone their craft…and for you to enjoy.

DogBerry Brewing

Location: 9964 Crescent Park Dr. , West Chester, OH 45069

DogBerry is nestled in an industrial park so it may not be on your radar. The large casual tap room offers something for everyone. The beers are often crafted from local ingredients giving them a true local flavor.

Fifty West Brewing Company

Location: 7668 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45227

50 West Brewing is a destination. One side of the street is the microbrewery with a full restaurant. On the other side, the large 50 West production works crafts great brews along with sand volleyball and canoe/kayak portage. It is also a favorite stop for bike enthusiasts along the Loveland Bike Trail

FigLeaf Brewing Co.

Location: 3387 Cincinnati-Dayton Rd., Middletown, OH 45044

FiglLeaf brewing is stand alone building located in a industrial park, providing lots of space for patrons. They craft many styles of beer so it is easy to find one to taste. Soda and coffee are on hand for those not drinking.

Fretboard Brewing Company

Location: 5800 Creek Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242

Fretboard Brewing is all about music. From composing craft beer, rocking-n-rolling with friends or listening to great live music every weekend. The large taproom is very inviting, but come early it fills up quick.

Great Crescent Brewery

Location: 315 Importing St, Aurora, IN 47001

Great Cresent Brewery is located on the Ohio River in Aurora Indiana just a short drive west of Cincinnati. Located in an old Distillery, they specialize in traditional brewing methods…no filtering or chemical clarifies. All food is made in house as well.

Hofbrauhaus

Location: 200 E 3rd St, Newport, KY 41071

Just across the river from in Newport, KY, is home to the Hofbrauhaus, the first located in the US. Fun for all ages, Hofbrauhaus has traditional german beers, full food menut, large outdoor seating and live German music.

Listermann Brewing Company

Location: 1621 Dana Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45207

What started out as a love for home brewing turned into a passion. Listermann Brewing is not only an iconic brewery in Cincinnati, its owner first began the business designing parts for home brewers. The beers are edgy, flavorful and have won several awards at the Great American Brewery Festival.

Little Miami Brewing Company

Location: 208 Mill St, Milford, OH 45150

This family run craft brewery sits on the edge of the Little Miami River. Little Miami Brewing offers a great selection of beers for all tastes. And it is close proximity to bike trail and canoe/kayak portage.

MadTree Brewing

Location: 3301 Madison Rd, Oakley, OH 45209

MadTree Brewing is a must stop brewery in Cincinnati. The large expansive taproom and outdoor area allow for mingling with friends or meeting new ones. Their beer selection is just as expansive. If you even like the smell of beer, you can find something to drink here.

Moerlein Lager House

Location: 115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Moerlein Lager House is located downtown adjacent to Smale Riverfront Park. It sits between the Reds and Bengals stadium along the banks of the Ohio River. This micro-brewery produces a full line of Christian Moerlein brews. The lager house restaurant offers a large menu of main entrees.

Mt. Carmel Brewing Company

Location: 4362 Mt Carmel Tobasco Rd, Mt Carmel, OH 45244

Mt. Carmel Brewing is located in an old farmhouse with plenty of average. The drink list is just as grand with beer, wine, spirits and beer cock tails. We suggest trying one of the rocking chairs on the back porch or taking a stroll around the pond.

Municipal Brew Works

Location: 20 High Street, Hamilton, OH 45011

Municipal Brew Works re-purposed the old City of Hamilton municipal building into an expansive kid-friendly taproom with a large outdoor seating area. The 20 taps offer a brew for everyone in your crew. And if you want to go to venture out be sure to ask about the to-go DORA cup.

Narrow Path Brewing Co.

Location: 106 Karl Brown Way, Loveland, OH 45140

Located on the Loveland bike trail, Narrow Path Brewing has ample space inside and out to enjoy a craft beer. The draft list boast many different varieties along with some experimental brews. A great local hangout.

Sons Of Toil Brewing

Location: 14090 Klein Rd, Mt Orab, OH 45154

Using ingredients sourced locally (when possible), Sons of Toil takes pride in the hand crafted beers they brew on site. Enjoy live bands in their taproom or sit for a while in the large outdoor areas.

Swine City Brewing

Taft’s Ale House

Location: 1429 Race St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Taft’s Ale House is located in the building which was once St. Paul’s Evangelical Church. This gorgeous place serves up great beer and great food. Enjoy dining in the Ale House or have a cold one in the street level bar.

Wiedemann Brewery

Location: 481 Vine St, Saint Bernard, OH 45217

“After decades of changing ownership and jumping from one out-of-town brewery to another, we’ve brought back the authentic Bohemian recipe — light-bodied, flavorful and refreshing – and returned Wiedemann’s to local ownership and management. ” The new Wiedemann Brewery is located in St. Bernard.